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as in allows
to give permission to
my parents would not let me drive until I had a job and could pay for my own gas
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as in enables
to make able or possible
the low gravity on the moon lets you make enormous leaps and jumps
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as in tolerates
to fail to prevent (some behavior on someone's part) especially from neglect or indifference
they let their kids get away with murder
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as in obstacles
something that makes movement or progress difficult
artists are allowed to sell their goods in the public square without let or hindrance
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Recent Examples of lets
Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 4 May 2026
The startup’s new partnership with Mastercard lets Rain target larger institutions who are already wedded to one payments network, Farooq Malik, cofounder and CEO, told Fortune.
—Ben Weiss, Fortune, 4 May 2026
Like the maple tree in her garden, Kang lets language unfurl and savor the sun.
—Literary Hub, 4 May 2026
This setup lets the system adjust to waves and currents while staying stable.
—Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 4 May 2026
The law lets the California Department of Public Health supplement them with guidance from groups like the AAP, ACOG and AAFP.
—Kaitlyn Schallhorn, Oc Register, 4 May 2026
Plus, the flowy fabric and slightly cropped ankle length lets the air flow in, making this set perfect for warm destinations.
—Aashna Gheewalla, PEOPLE, 3 May 2026
Filled with flavor from a variety of spices, guests will be wowed by the flavor of this simple dish that lets the slow cooker do most of the work.
—Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 1 May 2026
Grounded in everyday details and shaped by the flow of time, the song lets the emotional journey emerge naturally.
—Jason Phillips, USA Today, 27 Apr. 2026
Literary Hub, 29 Apr. 2026
Federal police chased and targeted people randomly in public places like stores, shopping center parking lets, a church lawn and a country club and at times aimed their weapons at people or threatened them.
—Charlotte Observer, 26 Dec. 2025
The federal government’s permissiveness toward this form of betting lets platforms operate nationwide without following state laws or tax rates—a potentially lucrative proposition that has gained venture capital backing while angering states and tribal groups.
—Dan Bernstein, Sportico.com, 26 Nov. 2025
Leveraging Scholten’s experience with convertible cars, a folding or removable top lets in the sun and breeze.
—IEEE Spectrum, 29 July 2025
Verb
This unique board lets even the most stressed mother unwind by creating beautiful works of art without paint or ink.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 4 May 2026
The startup’s new partnership with Mastercard lets Rain target larger institutions who are already wedded to one payments network, Farooq Malik, cofounder and CEO, told Fortune.
—Ben Weiss, Fortune, 4 May 2026
Like the maple tree in her garden, Kang lets language unfurl and savor the sun.
—Literary Hub, 4 May 2026
This setup lets the system adjust to waves and currents while staying stable.
—Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 4 May 2026
The law lets the California Department of Public Health supplement them with guidance from groups like the AAP, ACOG and AAFP.
—Kaitlyn Schallhorn, Oc Register, 4 May 2026
Plus, the flowy fabric and slightly cropped ankle length lets the air flow in, making this set perfect for warm destinations.
—Aashna Gheewalla, PEOPLE, 3 May 2026
Filled with flavor from a variety of spices, guests will be wowed by the flavor of this simple dish that lets the slow cooker do most of the work.
—Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 1 May 2026
Grounded in everyday details and shaped by the flow of time, the song lets the emotional journey emerge naturally.
—Jason Phillips, USA Today, 27 Apr. 2026
Noun
The other lets go of a red balloon.
—Literary Hub, 29 Apr. 2026
Federal police chased and targeted people randomly in public places like stores, shopping center parking lets, a church lawn and a country club and at times aimed their weapons at people or threatened them.
—Charlotte Observer, 26 Dec. 2025
The federal government’s permissiveness toward this form of betting lets platforms operate nationwide without following state laws or tax rates—a potentially lucrative proposition that has gained venture capital backing while angering states and tribal groups.
—Dan Bernstein, Sportico.com, 26 Nov. 2025
Leveraging Scholten’s experience with convertible cars, a folding or removable top lets in the sun and breeze.
—IEEE Spectrum, 29 July 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for lets
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The authors note that this is especially strange since the country typically only allows Muslims to become citizens.—
Livia Gershon,
JSTOR Daily,
1 May 2026
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Rather than a traditional full year of hands-on classroom and production studio instruction at VFS, the hybrid alternative allows a mix of online remote learning and on-campus work in downtown Vancouver to build a professional portfolio ahead of graduation.—
Etan Vlessing,
HollywoodReporter,
1 May 2026
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In a video shared on Instagram by Elite Event Robotics, a business that rents human-like robots for events, a child-sized robot could be seen dancing at a Southwest Airlines gate.—
Terry Castleman,
Los Angeles Times,
1 May 2026
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Like most trailer owners, Suriel owns her mobile home but rents the land beneath it.—
Max Klaver,
Miami Herald,
24 Apr. 2026
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The sophisticated set by ace production designer David Gropman enables Altman’s perpetually moving and zooming camera to drift in and out of two-way mirrors that depict memories and fantasies with both immediacy and a gauzy nostalgia.—
Jim Hemphill,
IndieWire,
1 May 2026
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Access to capable hardware lowers barriers, speeds iteration, and enables real-world testing beyond simulations, accelerating progress in embodied AI, especially in manipulation and applied robotics.—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
1 May 2026
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Coneflower adapts to various soils and tolerates drought, adding color to borders and natural areas.—
Patricia S York,
Southern Living,
29 Apr. 2026
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This holly tolerates a wide range of soils and can withstand both drought and flooding.—
Megan Hughes,
Better Homes & Gardens,
28 Apr. 2026
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Still, travelers may encounter obstacles obtaining their refunds.—
Megan Cerullo,
CBS News,
2 May 2026
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The case for and against a redo The obstacles to a redo are considerable, starting with the obvious security concerns.—
Brian Stelter,
CNN Money,
2 May 2026
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Another option is to purchase a life insurance policy with a long-term care rider, which permits you to use some or all of the death benefit to cover long-term care.—
Daniel de Visé,
USA Today,
4 May 2026
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The limited extension permits operational continuity and sharing of critical corporate knowledge.—
Linh Tat,
Oc Register,
4 May 2026
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The first hurdle for the company is reestablishing a right to mine after officials in Biden’s Department of the Interior terminated its federal site leases in early 2022.—
Todd Richmond,
Los Angeles Times,
28 Apr. 2026
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The operator also leases Griffith Park Studios, which has an ongoing tenant, and will keep that location.—
Erik Hayden,
HollywoodReporter,
28 Apr. 2026
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The suggestion that a single day of civic action meaningfully undermines academic progress ignores the broader challenges students and educators face every day — challenges that often require advocacy to address.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
1 May 2026
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The report ignores antisemitism, said longtime resident Alan Brownstein.—
Daniel Lempres,
Sacbee.com,
29 Apr. 2026
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“Lets.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lets. Accessed 5 May. 2026.
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